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Callegari debuts 48ft maxi-RIB in Rome
The Italian RIB builder has presented its new Callegari 48, positioning the model as the next step in its maxi-RIB evolution as it prepares a broader international rollout and new carbon-intensive model range
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DAME Design Awards opens entries for 35th edition
A new sustainability initiative has been introduced for 2026
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Prestige to unveil new range and two world premieres at Cannes Yachting Festival
The yacht builder will showcase the M8 Evo and F6.7 alongside news of a new flybridge range as Groupe Beneteau division targets flagship positioning at the event
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Nimbus unveils first model in Sport Cruiser 35 range
The new Sport Tender 35 will make its world debut at Cannes Yachting Festival 2026 as the Swedish builder expands its sport cruiser portfolio
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Freedom Boat Club celebrates 450th location
The ribbon cutting at Liberty Landing Marina in New Jersey marked the 450th global location for the Brunswick-owned boat club
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Revolution Marine expands European reach with Jonacor Yachts appointment
The dealer agreement strengthens Oceanwalker brand presence in Cyprus and Germany as demand grows across key European markets
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SilverCat 35CX makes South-East Asia debut
The first SilverCat power catamaran is delivered to the region as the builder expands its presence through Malaysian dealer MAG Subsea
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AkzoNobel appoints Glenn Shephard to front yacht coatings ambassador campaign
The company launches the initiative, showcasing yacht coatings performance through real-world refit projects
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South Korea charts ambitious course to transform marine leisure industry
The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries unveils a sweeping strategy to boost marine tourism, modernise marina infrastructure, and position South Korea as a global player in yacht manufacturing and leisure boating
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Zeelander delivers fastest Zeelander 8 to date ahead of Monaco debut
The flagship 8 model reaches 40 knots in sea trials with quad Volvo Penta IPS-1350 propulsion
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Numarine achieves triple ISO certification
The Turkish explorer yacht builder secures quality, environmental and occupational safety certifications as it continues to expand its model range and production activity
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British Superyacht holds successful summer celebration and awards event
The awards scheme was launched as the association’s membership approaches 200
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Adrenaline Powerboats relocates production to South Florida
The move from Georgia to South Florida is said to provide greater market adjacency for the US speedboat builder
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TMS named UK distributor for Armare composite rigging systems
Technical Marine Supplies has been appointed the exclusive UK distributor, expanding access to advanced composite rigging systems
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Princess Yachts apprenticeship programme sees record demand and recognition
The scheme continues to expand, with record applications, its largest-ever intake and two finalists shortlisted for a national award
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Lomac expands global dealer network with six new appointments
The Milan-based company strengthens its international commercial presence with six new dealers across Italy, Europe and Asia, taking its global network to around 70 partners
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Frydenbø Marine names new CEO
Frydenbø Marine has appointed Calle Olsson as CEO, succeeding Trond Underhaug, who moves to Fjord Defence Marine
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Intellian opens new US manufacturing plant
Korean satcom firm cuts ribbon on new manufacturing campus in California
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International Sailing Summit highlights future drivers for marinas
Investment, regulation and digitalisation are reshaping marinas as strategic economic assets, industry leaders said in Málaga
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Rolls-Royce expands Overmarine partnership with yacht bridge systems deal
The framework agreement covering 2026-2029 includes 64 mtu engines and the introduction of NautIQ Bridge systems on Mangusta yachts
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Vision Marine announces leadership transition at Nautical Ventures
Nautical Ventures Group founder Roger Moore retires from executive duties as Vision Marine Technologies implements a new leadership structure
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Brunswick announces updates to Michigan facility
Adjustments will see added distribution capacity at central US manufacturing hub
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Martínez Otero brings interior expertise to Orient Express Corinthian
The company played a key role in the interior development of one of the largest luxury sailing yachts ever built, contributing bespoke joinery and technical solutions to the high-profile project
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QS Seamaster strengthens US presence through EYS partnership
The company has expanded its North American footprint through an agreement appointing Engineered Yacht Solutions (EYS) to handle sales and service of its propulsion products across key US yachting hubs
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Sunrise Yacht expands portfolio with in-house electric motor amid rising demand
The Polish builder is expanding into electric propulsion with a newly developed 250hp motor under its Navion brand, as demand for electric boats continues to grow in Poland and wider European markets
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Next Yacht Group expands in Turkey through strategic partnership
Following expansions in Spain, the Adriatic and Germany, the group enters the Turkish market with YSC Yacht Sales Center
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Nicolas Retailleau joins Beneteau’s executive board
Groupe Beneteau’s chief financial officer joins the executive board as the company strengthens its leadership team
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Federal court dismisses antitrust lawsuit against Boats Group
US court grants motion to dismiss complaint in full, ruling that the online marine marketplace operator’s market position was not the result of anticompetitive conduct
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Teakdecking Systems appoints Marketing Director
The marine decking specialist strengthens its leadership team with experienced marine and superyacht marketing professional, Alyssa Whitehouse
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ENATA expands into Abu Dhabi
The UAE-based marine and aerospace manufacturer is expanding its operations into Abu Dhabi through a partnership with Ajyal Holding, establishing a new advanced manufacturing complex focused on foiling vessels, UAVs and high-tech industrial production
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Ulyssia residential yacht to be built in China for €2bn
Previously slated for construction at Meyer Werft in Germany, the 323m vessel will now be built by China Merchants Group
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New western Canada boat show to launch
The Vancouver International Fall Marina Boat Show and Sale will run from September 18 to 20
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Marex invests €20m in Kaunas shipyard expansion
The Norwegian boatbuilder is investing in a new production facility at its Kaunas shipyard in Lithuania
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Besenzoni welcomes yacht design students to its headquarters
The Italian yacht equipment manufacturer hosted students from Politecnico di Milano’s Master in Yacht Design programme at its Sarnico headquarters
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Carbon Yachts appointed Australia and New Zealand distributor for Santasevera Yachts
The dealer will introduce the Italian builder’s luxury dayboats and weekenders to the Oceania market
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Sunreef launches first Sunreef 100 Eco sailing catamaran
The new vessel combines electric propulsion, battery storage and integrated solar technology; it will debut at the Monaco Yacht Show
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INACE Superyachts appoints IYC as global sales representative
The Brazilian shipyard has appointed IYC as its global sales representative, expanding its international sales and marketing reach across key yachting markets
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Sanlorenzo debuts SL80A, bringing asymmetric design to 80ft class
The boatbuilder has unveiled the SL80A, a new 24m model, its most compact yet, using asymmetric architecture to increase onboard volume and liveability by up to 20%
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Alubat develops new aluminium yacht for blue-water sailing
The first unit of the new model is being built at the company’s shipyard in western France
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SailTies launches marketplace for global sailing adventures
The new platform aims to bring berth-by-berth sailing trips, expeditions, racing and training opportunities from operators worldwide into a single booking marketplace
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MarineMax announces appointment of Chief People Officer
Beth Garland joined MarineMax five years ago and will continue to lead the company’s people strategy while taking on the newly expanded role
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Polish builder to launch new R&D centre as it releases first electric boat model
Lamdo Yachts aims to cater to the growing demand for electric boats in Poland and other European markets
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Three dead after sailing yacht collides with passenger catamaran in Croatia
The incident occurred in one of the busiest areas of the Adriatic
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Knut Frostad joins Orca board and advisory team
Former Navico CEO and Volvo Ocean Race chief executive takes board position at Norwegian navigation technology firm
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Moore Brothers named North American partner for 40OF foiling yacht
The Bristol, Rhode Island engineering and fabrication firm will build and represent the full-foiling offshore racer across the US, Canada and Caribbean
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Russian frigate fires warning shots at British yacht in English Channel
A UK-registered yacht came under warning fire from a Russian warship south of the Isle of Wight, shortly after Royal Marines seized the shadow tanker Smyrtos
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Askari Yachts launches first Askari 65 Power Long Range Cruiser
The vessel will make its international debut at the Annapolis Powerboat Show
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Axopar appoints new Finnish dealer as Hydrolink Boatcenter exits
Hydrolink Boatcenter has ended its representation of Axopar Boats after a partnership dating back to the brand’s founding
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St Kitts and Nevis hosts nautical forum to strengthen yachting and marina sector
The dual-island nation is looking to position itself as a premier yachting destination
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North Sails opens new Mediterranean loft on the French Côte d’Azur
Sailmaker relocates its Mediterranean repair and service operation to a larger facility, expanding capacity for superyacht, classic yacht and cruising markets
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